Will warming Cuba-EU ties open up U.S.- Cuba relations? Yes
The EU has recognized that its Common Position has failed to improve human rights in Cuba. It's time for the U.S. to do the same with its embargo.
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Sarah Stephens
The BRICS: Challenging the Global Financial Status Quo
The new bank represents an important step for the bloc, but questions remain about how it will work, writes COA’s Eric Farnsworth for U.S. News & World Report.
Emerging Nations Bloc to Open Development Bank
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Simon Romero
"There may be potential cracks in the facade of unity once China asserts its interests," comments COA’s Eric Farnsworth on the establishment of a BRICS development bank.
What's Next for the BRICS?
The July 15 summit reinforces the need for Washington to pursue an active economic agenda with Latin America, writes COA’s Eric Farnsworth for China-US Focus.
Summary: Panel Discussion - Expectations for the Sixth BRICS Summit
Read the recap and watch the video: What’s ahead for this bloc when the leaders of Brazil, China, India, Russia, and South Africa meet this month?
2014 Santiago Blog: Chile's Foreign Affairs Minister Heraldo Muñoz and Opening Remarks
Chile must deepen ties with Latin America and continue to fight inequality, said...